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January jobs report: Unemployment rate falls to 4%, wages rise more than forecast; Trump signs order imposing sanctions on International Criminal Court over investigations of Israel; Ten Commandments in public schools debate reaches South Dakota; Virginia ranks among worst states for wage theft; Mexican long-nosed bat makes appearance in Arizona.

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Indiana-built, American-made sound rocks the world

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Friday, November 29, 2024   

A family-run business in Indiana strikes a chord worldwide with its American-made craftsmanship.

The TA Weber Company launched 27 years ago, crafting custom speakers used by renowned musicians like John Fogerty, Joe Walsh and Dropkick Murphys. The company's success amplifies the growing consumer movement favoring U.S.-made goods.

TA Weber, owner of the company, said the handcrafted approach delivers unmatched quality and tonal precision, setting it apart from mass-produced competitors.

"It's super custom," Weber explained. "A lot of the tonal quality is coming from the fact that we are building them one at a time, and we can have a much tighter gap for the magnetic field, which causes the tonal range to increase."

The Alliance for American Manufacturing reported 77% of shoppers prefer American-made products, especially during the holidays. The Alliance's Holiday Gift Guide, featuring more than 100 manufacturers, highlights businesses in every state prioritizing quality, sustainability and ethical production.

Scott Paul, president of the alliance, said 82% of Americans would buy more "Made in U.S.A." products if they were more widely available at their regular stores and on online platforms.

"I think the great thing about this is every American perceives himself or herself to be a great bargain shopper," Paul observed. "There is no doubt about that."

TA Weber's business grew from a hobby to a global brand, shipping speakers worldwide. A small Kokomo-based team of six crafts the speakers. Despite its global reach, TA Weber Company stays rooted in Indiana, supporting local jobs and American manufacturing.

Disclosure: The Alliance for American Manufacturing contributes to our fund for reporting on Consumer Issues, Livable Wages/Working Families, and Social Justice. If you would like to help support news in the public interest, click here.


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